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AMKR·Amkor Technology Inc.

$47.60
-0.51 (-1.06%)
Overnight$47.70+0.10 (+0.21%)
High
$47.98
Open
$46.92
Market Cap
11.84B
52W High
$96.68
Low
$46.30
P. Close
$47.60
P/E
21.31
52W Low
$29.00
Fwd P/E
16.97
DailyIQ Est.
$77.70
Inst. Ownership
24.2%
Short Interest
4.30%
Days to Cover
3.1
Div. Yield
0.70%
Next Ex-Div
~Dec 2
Technical Score (1D)
18
BEARISH
News Sentiment
54
MIXED
On Oct 13, a review of Q2 earnings for 14 semiconductor manufacturing stocks noted that the sector as a whole beat revenue estimates by 3.5% and projected a 6.5% increase for the next quarter. The same article mentioned Amkor (NASDAQ:AMKR) as part of this group, highlighting that the company operates primarily through Asian facilities and provides outsourced packaging and testing services. The review emphasized that broader industry drivers such as AI, 5G, and smart automotive demand are fueling growth across the sector. While the piece did not provide Amkor’s specific financial figures, its inclusion in the positive sector performance suggests a favorable outlook for the company. The overall tone of the article reflected solid, though not transformative, industry momentum.
LOW TARGET
$65 +36.5%
2 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$76 +60.5%
10 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$92 +93.2%
8 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$65.00 - $92.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
3/8/7/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$77.70 (+63.2%)
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
94,671 shares
$5.8M
ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A-
Option Exercise5,000 shares2026-10-02
ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A-
Sell5,000 shares2026-10-02
ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A-
Option Exercise5,000 shares2026-10-02
ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A-
Award/Grant3.998 shares2026-09-22
ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A-
Award/Grant14.977 shares2026-09-22
74/ 100
Bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Gross Margin
14.0%
Net Margin
5.6%
Revenue CAGR
5.6%
Current Ratio
2.27x
Debt / Equity
0.32x
Return on Equity
8.4%

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.37$0.49$0.60$0.72$0.83Q3'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$0.78 - -
Q3'25$0.43$0.51+19.6%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.0B$2.0B$2.0B$2.0B$2.1BQ3'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$2.1B - -
Q3'25 - $2.0B -

Market Data

AMKR Stock Snapshot

BEARISH18/100
$47.70+$0.10 (0.2%)
Market cap
11.84B
P/E ratio
21.3
Day range
$46.30 – $47.98
News sentiment
54/100 · Neutral
Analyst target
$76.40 (+60.2%)
Consensus
Buy · 20 analysts
52-week range+64.5% off low · -50.7% from high
$29.00$96.68
Price $47.70 DailyIQ Est. $77.70

The trend on AMKR is bearish, and its momentum ranks in the lower part of DailyIQ's universe. Institutional coverage is thorough here, so shifts in analyst expectations show up in price quickly.

Reverse DCF

What growth is priced into AMKR?

RICH

At today's price, Amkor Technology Inc. needs to grow free cash flow about 55.7% a year for the next 10 years to justify its valuation at a 13.42% cost of capital. Over its actual history it has compounded free cash flow at 8.0% a year, so the market is asking for 47.8 percentage points above its own delivered rate. On that basis AMKR looks priced above what its own growth record supports.

Implied FCF growth
55.7%
Historical FCF CAGR
8.0%
Growth gap
+47.8 pts
Verdict
RICH
Discount rate (WACC)
13.42%
Beta
1.86

Behaviour On Record

What AMKR's own history says about today's numbers

Realized volatility (21d)
57.5% 72nd pct
Below its peak
-47.2%
vs 200-day average
-14.9%
Up days (1y)
50%

Amkor Technology Inc. is currently running 57.5% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against AMKR's own 13 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 72nd percentile — a little above its own norm, against a typical reading of 44.9%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.

AMKR is trading -47.2% below its running peak. Across 12 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -44.3%, and the deepest was -58.2% in 2015. The current drawdown is already deeper than this stock's typical annual low point, which puts it in the part of its range where past recoveries began — and where past declines also continued.

Price sits -14.9% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 19th percentile — a narrower gap than it typically runs. Over the past year AMKR closed higher on 50% of sessions, and it is currently 5 sessions into a falling streak.

On October specifically: over 13 years of records, AMKR finished the month higher 7 of 13 times, with a median return of +4.0% and an average of +6.2%. Its strongest month historically has been November at +7.5% on average, its weakest September at -2.6%. Seasonality is a weak signal on its own — a decade is a small sample and regimes change — but it is a real distribution rather than a rule of thumb.

Overnight risk is measurable too: AMKR has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 411 of 3,266 sessions (12.6% of the time), with the largest gaps running +15.6% and -14.3%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

All figures computed from 3,267 daily closes between 2013-10-14 and 2026-10-09, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against AMKR's own 13-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of AMKR's sector?

Amkor Technology Inc. sits in the Semiconductors sector, currently ranked 1st of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (weakening). Within its narrower Semiconductors industry group, AMKR ranks 1st of 15 tracked industries, weakening.

Sector rank
#1 of 12
Sector state
Weakening
Sector rotation score
45
Industry rank
#1 of 15

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for AMKR?

CallsPuts

For Amkor Technology Inc.'s nearest expiry (2026-12-18, 65 days out), open interest is call-heavy, a bullish tilt (put/call ratio of 0.00), with at-the-money implied volatility around 6.3%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±2.6% move by that expiry — a range of about $52.96–$55.82.

Put/call ratio (2026-12-18)
0.00
ATM implied volatility
6.3%
Total open interest
3
Expected move by 2026-12-18
±2.6% ($52.96–$55.82)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on AMKR?

B of A Securities most recently initiated coverage on Amkor Technology Inc. to Buy on Aug 27, 2026 with a price target of $70. Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 1 upgrade against 0 downgrades, a net bullish lean.

Latest action
B of A Securities — Buy
90-day upgrades
1
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
+1
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Aug 27, 2026B of A SecuritiesInitiatedBuy$70
Jul 28, 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainedEqual-Weight$69 → $70
Jul 28, 2026B. Riley SecuritiesMaintainedNeutral$75 → $65
Jul 28, 2026NeedhamReiteratedBuy$90
Jul 25, 2026UBSUpgradeNeutral → Buy$80 → $90
Jul 22, 2026B. Riley SecuritiesMaintainedNeutral$90 → $75
Jun 25, 2026B. Riley SecuritiesMaintainedNeutral$70 → $90
Apr 28, 2026B. Riley SecuritiesMaintainedNeutral$65 → $70
Apr 28, 2026Goldman SachsMaintainedNeutral$43 → $65
Apr 28, 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainedEqual-Weight$45 → $69
Apr 28, 2026NeedhamMaintainedBuy$65 → $90
Feb 11, 2026Goldman SachsMaintainedNeutral$38 → $43

ETF holders

ETFs holding AMKR

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

54/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
MIXED

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology shares dropped in the morning session as investors reacted to reports of early memory breakthroughs in China, which could ease tight AI memory supply constraints sooner than expected. The announcement of ChangXin Memory Technologies’ planned 4F-square DDR5 server modules for late 2026 prompted a reassessment of the memory supply outlook. The decline followed a broader market pullback affecting several semiconductor names, including Marvell and Allegro MicroSystems. No fundamental changes to Amkor’s operations or financials were disclosed, and the price movement appears to be a market reaction rather than a company‑specific event.
What did this article say?
The article reviews Q2 earnings across 14 semiconductor manufacturing stocks, noting that the sector as a whole beat revenue estimates by 3.5% and projected a 6.5% increase for the next quarter. Amkor (NASDAQ:AMKR) is mentioned as part of this group, operating primarily through Asian facilities and providing outsourced packaging and testing services. The piece emphasizes the broader industry drivers such as AI, 5G, and smart automotive demand, which are fueling growth. While Amkor’s specific financial figures are not detailed, its inclusion in the positive sector performance suggests a favorable outlook. The overall tone reflects a solid, though not transformative, industry momentum.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology’s recent analysis highlighted a significant undervaluation relative to its projected cash flows, suggesting the stock may be trading 47% below intrinsic value. The study emphasized the company’s robust multi‑year earnings trajectory and the stability of its semiconductor packaging and test revenue streams. By applying a discounted cash flow model, the report concluded that the current share price does not reflect the long‑term cash generation potential, positioning AMKR as a compelling buy for value investors.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology’s stock closed at $51 on Oct 8 after a recent decline of 27.6% over three months, though its year‑to‑date return remains positive at 18.8%. The company’s long‑term performance, with a 1‑year total shareholder return of 67.7%, still outpaces short‑term volatility. Analysts note that while short‑term enthusiasm has cooled, the business’s solid outsourced packaging and test operations continue to support a favorable long‑term outlook.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology closed the day at $53.39, down 2.27% while the broader market gained. The decline was modest compared to the S&P 500’s 0.58% rise. Investors are anticipating the company’s earnings release on October 26, 2026, which analysts expect to show a 54.9% EPS increase and a 1.54% revenue rise versus the prior year quarter. The company’s fiscal‑year outlook remains unchanged, with projected earnings of $2.60 per share and revenue of $7.64 billion. The market’s positive momentum contrasts with Amkor’s slight slide, suggesting a cautious stance ahead of the earnings announcement.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology (AMKR) has become a frequent search topic on Zacks.com, reflecting growing investor interest. Over the past month, AMKR shares rose 14.4%, outperforming both the S&P 500 composite and the broader semiconductor sector. The article highlights that the stock’s recent performance is driven by positive earnings estimate revisions and general market enthusiasm. While no new corporate announcements are cited, the heightened visibility suggests a potential short‑term upward bias for the chip packaging and test services provider.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology scheduled its third‑quarter 2026 financial results for October 26, 2026, following the close of trading. The company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the earnings, with recordings available afterward. The announcement is a routine earnings release with no immediate impact on guidance or market perception.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology (AMKR) shares advanced in the morning session as a broader market rally followed weaker‑than‑expected U.S. employment data. The lower non‑farm payroll increase and higher unemployment rate eased Treasury yields, reducing discount rates for long‑term earnings in the semiconductor sector. The rally lifted high‑growth tech stocks, including AMKR, by a modest percentage. The move reflected a temporary market reaction rather than a fundamental shift in the company’s outlook.
What did this article say?
Amkor Technology ended the session at $54.14, rising 1.81% while the S&P 500 fell 0.17%. The company’s earnings estimate of $0.79 per share signals a 54.9% jump from the same quarter last year, and revenue is projected to grow 1.54% to $2.02 billion. Analysts highlighted a 12.43% monthly share increase and annual earnings of $2.60 per share on $7.64 billion revenue, up 73.33% and 13.95% respectively.

Technical Analysis

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18
BEARISH
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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
25 tracked managers · $4.38B combined position · 13 adding, 12 trimming, 0 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
BlackRock, Inc.▼ Sell12,292,7604.95%$1.06B2026-08-07
Vanguard Group Inc▼ Sell15,704,1726.33%$620.00M2026-01-29
JPMorgan Chase & Co▲ Buy5,702,6082.30%$470.03M2026-08-12
AQR Capital Management LLC▼ Sell3,231,5461.30%$273.84M2026-08-14
Geode Capital Management, LLC▲ Buy2,798,1491.13%$241.33M2026-08-12
Invesco Ltd.▲ Buy2,485,7941.00%$214.35M2026-08-14
Point72 Asset Management, L.P.▼ Sell2,477,3261.00%$213.62M2026-08-14
Fisher Asset Management, LLC▼ Sell1,821,5470.73%$157.07M2026-08-04
Morgan Stanley▲ Buy1,525,6850.61%$131.56M2026-08-13
Norges Bank▲ Buy1,477,2330.60%$127.38M2026-08-12
Two Sigma Investments, LP▼ Sell1,069,1010.43%$92.19M2026-08-14
Goldman Sachs Group Inc▲ Buy1,046,4050.42%$90.23M2026-08-14
Citadel Advisors LLC▲ Buy1,028,1380.41%$88.66M2026-09-02
Northern Trust Corp▲ Buy960,9410.39%$82.86M2026-08-13
FMR LLC (Fidelity)▲ Buy836,3860.34%$72.12M2026-08-13
Gotham Asset Management, LLC▼ Sell816,1610.33%$70.38M2026-08-14
Wells Fargo & Company▲ Buy778,7110.31%$67.15M2026-08-14
D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc.▼ Sell624,8600.25%$53.88M2026-08-14
Millennium Management LLC▼ Sell622,2520.25%$53.66M2026-08-14
Light Street Capital Management, LLC▲ Buy596,7830.24%$51.46M2026-08-14
Renaissance Technologies LLC▲ Buy580,6000.23%$50.07M2026-08-13
Susquehanna International Group, LLP▲ Buy374,2710.15%$32.27M2026-08-14
Man Group plc▼ Sell304,1520.12%$26.23M2026-08-14
Bank of America Corp▼ Sell265,0730.11%$22.86M2026-08-14
Squarepoint Ops LLC▼ Sell209,8680.08%$18.10M2026-08-14
Q2 2026 flow:3.82M sh bought ($328.07M)3.74M sh sold ($322.44M)net +78.1K sh (+$5.63M)